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March 17, 2003
Attending: Val Wood, Mary Silva, Kathleen Powers, Carolyn Beebe, Gil Whitmore, Pauline Lamontagne, Floyd White, Dick Thompson, Laurie Wills, Jeanne Arbour
Agenda Items
Overview of telecommunication issues - Jan
Jan reviewed issues facing the deaf and hard of hearing communities and focused on some areas of concern within state government. A major issue is that TTY's are not being answered. Additionally it was mentioned that signs are not present to clearly note where public TTY's are within buildings. It was decided that issues should be followed up by a sub-committee. Val Wood, Kathy Powers and Mary Silva agreed to work with Jan. Also invited were Eric Dibner and Nancy Melanson, both of the Department of Labor.
Summer Intern - There has been approval for a summer intern to address web accessibility. Val drafted the application and it has been submitted. The intern will sit in the Office of the CIO.
Sub-Committees - Membership committee meeting after this meeting, policy review team will send out new web policy for comment and review at next meeting.
Membership Sub-Committee Notes from 3/17
Will follow in separate document.
Policy Review Sub-Committee Notes from 4/8
Policy Review Sub-Committee Meeting
April 8, 2003
Attending: Floyd White, Delores Crocker, Joyce Kennedy, Mary Silva
Open Items:
Where should the benchmarks for accountability be in the process?
The software tool to be used for testing is only a part of the issue, the processes and procedures for Project Managers in relationship to ADA and their accountability need to be addressed.
Big question: who and/or what entity will actually check off on the accessibility standards? Problems: money, location of testing (Floyd thinks it should be on-site), personnel (even if interns are used, someone needs to train and oversee them, and interns are notoriously transient)
Discussion surrounding open items:
The group began with defining the various methods in which software applications are brought into the state system. There are off the shelf products, products that are brought in and then customized, and finally those that are developed fully in house. For the purpose of beginning the work on benchmarks and methods of ensuring accessibility, we decided to define a process for off the shelf products as they have fewer variables.
We will begin with creating a presentation and/or documentation that fully explains application accessibility as some vendors as well as state personnel may not understand what accessibility means to the end user. Floyd will draft this demo/document. The committee's recommendation will be that this is included with an RFP so that the vendors know expectations at the time they submit their bid.
Additionally, it was decided to craft some language for the package validation piece of the RFP that will outline specific steps that will be required during this process. Those steps will be demonstrating the capability of:
- using the application without the mouse
- customizing the screen colors
- adjusting fonts and/or font sizes
This initial screening should cover almost 90% of accessibility issues. The State will take the responsibility of providing someone with knowledge of screen readers and voice recognition software to test further at a later date. Delores will craft this language for the RFP.
A recommendation will be made that the CIO mandates that there must be a package validation.
Research will be done on how best to provide software required for testing. Mary will research costing options for JAWS.
It was decided to recommend that accountability be placed on project manager.
Telecommunications Issues Sub-Committee Notes from 4/8
Telecommunications Issues Sub-Committee Meeting
April 8, 2003
Attending: Val Wood, Kathy Powers, Mary Silva, Jan DeVinney, Nancy Melanson and Eric Dibner
Agenda: Discussion initially focused on scope and purpose of this group. It was determined for the purpose of this meeting the focus would be on the TTY issue that Jan had presented earlier.
The problem is there are 165 TTY's in State offices, but very few of them are answered correctly in a consistent manner, and messages are not returned promptly. The possibility of moving forward to get an Executive Order was discussed, as well as the recommendation of decreasing the number of TTY's in the state. If we had fewer TTY's in State offices we could leave them in places critical to consumers (BDS, DHS, and DOL) and ensure that those are answered correctly. Other calls could be handled by relay.
Val proposed that we look at new technology to address the issue. He brought information on NXi Telephony Services about using a desktop computer to talk with a TTY user, allowing anyone on the system to have communication accessibility with deaf callers. (They also support paging, PDA's and instant messaging.) Eric, Nancy and Jan had all seen a demo of a free version of this product and had been impressed with it. Many federal agencies, as well as states, have already begun utilizing this technology. It was proposed that Val research the costs of deploying this as an enterprise solution, as well as look at the requirements for the desktop. (DOL mentioned some issues with the demo software given their limited desktops) He will also speak to the vendors to see if we would be able to get another demo with the full accessibility committee, this sub-committee and maybe appropriate technical staff from BIS. Kathy will bring information on this solution back to the committee from a national perspective. Nancy and Eric both felt that using the desktop would be much less intimidating for users answering TTY calls than the current hardware is.
Kathy brought up a question as to how we coordinate with FCC regulations and communications. Jan and Eric both were familiar with the recent issue she brought to the group and it was clear that there is communication with state and federal organizations and there is probably some overlap. No further action noted.
Eric mentioned that he is focusing on some web accessibility issues and was looking for some assistance. We will include him in the agenda for the April IT Accessibility Committee as we will be drafting the job plan for the summer intern who will be charged with this.
It was decided that the group meet again in a month and that has been scheduled for Monday, May 5 in room 302 at the Cross Office Building.


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South Beach Diet - Last Friday in 2010 Beach ChatterView Full Version : Last Friday in 2010 Beach Chatter Lexxiss 12-31-2010, 01:01 AM I'll repost on Okie's thread....even though I snuck in 6 minutes earlier:rofl: BellaLucia 12-31-2010, 01:07 AM My theme for 2011 is Take it! I will go after what I want with no qualms! Relationships - - Continue to make inroads with my relationship with my Father. - Nurture new friendships formed in 2010 via Sparkpeople. -Be more active on the social scene e.g. by going to parties, events, etc. -Treat myself to movies and dates just because -Be more in tune with my spiritual side. -Focus on my Sparkteams and helping my friends reach their goals! Health - - Track calories daily, focusing on eating nutritious foods that you enjoy. - Lose weight (at least 154lbs)! Last year isnt going to happen again, maintain focus! You can do it! Youre almost there! - Find ways to exercise as many days a week as possible even if its just a walk. - Make appointment for dentist. - Make appointment for physical. Financial - - Pay off school loan when you start working. - Save as much money as possible. School - - Get 90hr certificate course completed by May 2011. - Remember to do your best but don't expect perfection. Just do the best you can! - Ask for help when necessary. - Take a breather when things are too stressful! -Consider whether or not, you really want a higher degree after you complete your certificate course. Work - - Work on getting paid employment, whether its through your volunteering gig or the usual route. -Complete one application per day until you find work. Other - - Spend no more than three hours daily on watching television and using Computer unless its for school. - Make time to relax even if for an hour EVERY DAY. You deserve it and need it to maintain your sanity. -Evaluate your goals weekly to make sure you Take it in 2011! Lexxiss 12-31-2010, 01:33 AM Good Morning, Okie:sunny: I am so impressed on all the thought you have put into your plan for 2011! Three things on your list really struck me as being important for me with life in general; - Remember to do your best but don't expect perfection. Just do the best you can! - Ask for help when necessary. - Take a breather when things are too stressful! I think I can use those, too. Thanks. I've spent the week getting back in my food and exercise groove and am excited to enter the New Year OP and thinking healthy. I cleaned out the refrigerator yesterday and just got rid of things we don't use anymore. I hate pitching stuff, but it won't be replaced. I'm starting the New Year with a clean slate...and refrigerator. I think my cupboards will be next. Many of my day to day activites have to do with other people and their needs. I am always having to shift gears with a moment's notice. I have been working really hard to stay strong and make time for myself when others are pulling my strings. I would like to continue in that direction and get back into the weight loss frame of mind after a year of successful maintenance. I am certain that I am ready to take the next step. See ya'll later, and thanks, Okie, for getting us started on such a positive note. Right now I feel like I could stay up all night, but I'm sure that will pass....:lol: BellaLucia 12-31-2010, 01:48 AM Lol, I'd call you Debbie but the phone is upstairs and I don't wanna disturb my Dad. Thanks dear, a friend gave me the idea for this. vehria01 12-31-2010, 01:56 AM Im starting my exercises in the morning and i have anxiety about it. wierd huh? but I think its because im afraid i wont be able to do it and ill give up. i REALLY dont want to give up! My addiction for food is already starting to give me excuses why i shouldnt even try it! I know i have to learn to ignore it and just keep moving forward and that it will get easier, but the toughest part for me is just to START. isnt that silly? BellaLucia 12-31-2010, 02:50 AM Not silly at all, it's normal to be apprehensive when undergoing a journey but think of the rewards! Ruthxxx 12-31-2010, 05:03 AM Good grief! What a bunch of EarlyChicks! When two threads are started at the same time, just leave them and I'll merge when I get myself together. I woke at two and did not get back to sleep so am not feeling perky enough to make Resolutions. Maybe after coffee. LADY WINDSONG 12-31-2010, 05:46 AM Good Morning, I am wondering...are you all doing SB or a combo? We have SNOW! Sp pretty and peaceful. I am ready to start tomorrow but I have fears that today I will overeat, eat junk and finish up non healthy foods because it is my last day! HELP! I saw that some of you belong to other helpful sites. Do they aid you in losing weight? What are some other than Spark People? Congratulations to those of you that have met their goals, lost weight and have made positive changes. May this last day of December bring smiles to your heart and success. Ruthxxx 12-31-2010, 06:28 AM Back with coffee and have resolved to make no resolutions. After nearly 72 years, I am entitled to skip it this time. This morning I'm off to town for a haircut and perhaps a minor shop if the crowds aren't too bad. I managed to avoid all shopping centres in December and don't miss them a bit. However, today I need to go to a store in the centre that has the Chinese Buffet and will have to be strong. I may go there before my 10:30 haircut and avoid the tantalizing aromas. New Year's Eve is going to be a non-event around here. Dr. Bob is away so there will be no elegant dinner party. The dogs and I may spend a quiet and cozy night together unless some of my friends drop in. The bubbly is chilled and I do have some party food just in case. I really want a night of quiet contemplation - 2010 has been quite a year with good and bad things and I need a sorting out hiatus. Have a good last day of 2010 whatever you do but start with coffee and a bit of a chat. :cofdate: and :newyear: WaistingTime 12-31-2010, 08:02 AM Good morning. Okie - Wow! That is quite a list. Debbie - I am confident about you going forward too:) Vehria - No! I have been exercising consistently for several years now. It took a long time to build that habit - AND there are many, many days when it is hard just to get started. One thing that helps me is to tell myself I just have to do X short number of minutes. Usually once I begin, I do more. Ruth - I'm sleepy too this morning. Thunderstorms. I'll probably ring in the new year asleep! Windsong - I have not tried Spark People but hear a lot of good things about it. I write a blog and read others and that has been very helpful and given me another whole community and support network. My son heads back to PA soon. A friend is picking him up and giving him a place to spend the night then both head to campus tomorrow for a few days of pre-work before their group leaves for Egypt. I'm off to the gym for my weekly workout with my mom. No plans for tonight - probably will just go to bed early like usual. Poor husband:( Happy New Year everyone:newyear: CyndiM 12-31-2010, 08:14 AM Good morning :coffee2: No resolutions around here though I do make plans and set goals a few months out. I will definitely be doing that today. Okie - I love the mix of practical and big goals. Obviously you've put a lot of thought into that. Debbie - My Mom always used to make us clean our rooms on New Year's Eve because that's how it would look all year. Your fridge clean-out reminded me of that ;) Lady Wondsong - Can't remember if I welcomed you but welcome :) Today is just one day. Make a decision about your meals and stick to it. You can make it a transition day, a fully on plan day or a getting the house in order day. It's up to you! Ruth - If you are having a quiet evening tonight I may see you on line with my glass of wine, as long as it isn't too late ;) It's just a normal day around here. I'm still working on the house cleaning project, playing with my new pressure cooker/slow cooker and enjoying the down time. Every few months I revisit my health and fitness goals and behavior and create check lists and new goals. I will do some of that today. In the past I'd make lofty once a year goals and promptly ignore them. Now it's an ongoing process that takes into account the season, my current schedule, and where I am. I will make myself look at that number on the scale too because I know that's going to get my attention. Tonight's big plan will include some special once a year foods, watching another chunk of the Lord of the Rings, and being in bed by 10. Yes, we are party animals around here Hope your day is just what you want it to be ETA - :wave: Karen cottagebythesea 12-31-2010, 08:21 AM :wave: BBL! Lexxiss 12-31-2010, 10:10 AM Back for the 2nd Good Morning:sunny: I took a 3 hour nap yesterday, which I don't usually do. When I got up at 6 I was ready to do the refrigerator .then try out a new pan I got for Christmas...thn load my scanned pics onto the computer...then stay up way past my bedtime. After a good night of rest I'm raring to go! Thanks, Ruth, for merging the threads! Be strong if you head to that centre that houses all the sugar , salt and fat laden food disguised as "Chinese". :lol: Your evening sounds perfect, even if some friends decide to drop over. Perhaps you can still fit in some quiet contemplation. vehria01, :welcome2: to 3FC! I'm not sure if you're starting South Beach Diet or following another plan, but I assure you there's lots of support here. Find some groups with folks you share some common interests with and come here and get support. It's much easier with friends. LadyWindsong, I hope you are able to make your right decision for today. You said, "Help". I try to stay away from overeating, no matter what food it is. I don't think one day will make a difference in the long haul, but I prefer now to recognize that everything I put in my mouth affects me. I follow SBD as my food plan and Beck Diet Solution to help me with my food sanity, especially emotional eating. For the first time on SBD, I am loosely tracking calories. I'm counting all items except my veggies when they are in their original state. Karen, have a great workout with your mom. Wow! Your son is going to Egypt. Now that's a trip! Cyndi, your day sounds very "normal". I, too, like the idea that goals are an ongoing process. I've been meaning to mention that I've been experimenting with the "perfect" timing of spaghetti squash in the pressure cooker. I'll let you know. Linda, :wave: We're off to meet my Mom and friends for breakfast. I try to plan ahead with my food and I just can't decide this morning. Oh, well. shelflife 12-31-2010, 10:21 AM I'm starting phase one tomorrow and exercise starts the day after (gym closed). :carrot: I'm sure it will be very busy! We bought gym stuff yesterday, along with a SB Cookbook. Between that and all the awesome recipes on here, I'm going to plan out my meals for the week and go shopping today. I go back to school/work on the 4th, so I'll at least have the 1st-3rd to adjust to life low-carb so I don't go back and be unexpectedly pissy to my patients. In any case, today is not a diet day, but I will try to rid the extra xmas candy via the trash instead of my mouth anyway! :devil: Cheers!:D Heidi58 12-31-2010, 10:27 AM Good morning! :wave: Okie, great plans. I can tell 2011 is going to be your year! Debbie, I should give my fridge a good clean out today, too. There are things hanging around in there that I don't want to eat and DH shouldn't have any more. I may add that to my list if Fergie wakes up happy. He's still kind of grumpy over the whole gout thing, which is why the no-no's are still in the fridge. Vehria, you can do it. :) I use the same plan as Karen - I tell myself I only have to do X minutes and then I can stop. Every now and then I will stop early but for the most part once I take the time to change my clothes and get started I usually just finish up my routine. By the way, it's nice to meet you. I'll look forward to getting to know you better this year. Good morning Windsong! I do South Beach, no combo. 3FC is my only weight loss forum - for one thing I can't imagine finding time for more than one! :lol: I follow Waisting Time's blog and love the recipes in Kayln's Kitchen. My focus is here though, my encouragement and accountability come from regular reading and posting in the daily threads. :) Karen, how soon will your son head to Egypt? That's so exciting for him but I'm sure it's kind of worrisome for you. :hug: Anyone who says it gets easier as they grow up hasn't had adult kids! LOL Cyndi, it sounds like you and Julie have a great New Year's Eve planned - my kind of celebration! Ruth, good luck facing that Chinese buffet! No New Years Resolutions here, either. I'm more of a short term goal kind of person and usually have a couple of smaller, more manageable goals going all the time. I'm so glad to see the end of this year. I lost my father, my nephew, 3 good friends and several neighbors/colleagues this year. I know death is part of life but 2010 has been overwhelming. I thank God for bringing me through the hard times and strengthening my faith. And I'm looking forward to an easier, happier 2011. I'll welcome 2011 in with the church youth group. I can't believe they talked me into doing a New Years Eve event, I haven't even stayed up on NYE since the kids moved out and I could stop worrying about them getting home safely. :lol: It should be a fun night, but I dread driving kids home after midnight. I think I'll be sleeping in on 1/1/11! Hi Linda, shelflife and those to come. Have a terrific last day of 2011 friends. tanner'smom 12-31-2010, 11:00 AM I'm glad to know I am not the only one who rings in the new year by sleeping. Yesterday was great. We didn't leave the house, which hasn't happened in months. One blessing from the snow. Today we have my grandma's birthday lunch and the hopefully going to the grocery store. I also would like to write a goal list and a bucket list. Have a great last day of 2010!!! LADY WINDSONG 12-31-2010, 11:21 AM Looking around at all of the recipes. Making a one pot chicken/veggie/spinach dish for today. Snow is still coming down. What kind of pan is it? I love kitchen gadgets! My favorite is the Ninja. Half start tomorrow as we still have some fruit to use and can't throw it away. Will juice it. Take care lovely ones. BellaLucia 12-31-2010, 02:24 PM I got a job interview at Neiman Marcus, wondering how it'll affect the tutoring gig. weezle 12-31-2010, 04:21 PM Okie - You don't happen to watch Dexter, do you? That's IMMEDIATELY what I thought of when I saw your theme was "Take it!" :lol3: I love that show. Alright manicure and pedicure - check. Cold dips made - check. Minor housework done - check. Just relaxing and finishing the cleaning up before we have everyone over this evening. I'll do the Velveeta/Rotel dip on the stove closer to 7. Mmmmm dip. Voodoo is napping and Anna is playing a new game she got with her Christmas money. Argh gotta help Chris with more cleaning. Hugs to you all! Hope everyone has a safe and happy New Year! Lisa TallandThin 12-31-2010, 04:45 PM Good afternoon everyone. I'm so excited about finishing this year on a positive note of meeting my year end goal and exceeding my exercise goal for this month. I truly believe that a big part of this journey is the mind set. If I just keep working on that, the rest seems to fall in place. No New Years resolutions for me except to repeat my commitment to work the South Beach plan to the best of my ability for a minimum of one year. Other than that I will focus on short term goals, the next one I'm shooting for is to be down to 250 by my birthday in March. No New Year's Eve plans for this evening either. I sure don't want to be out on the road tonight. With my DH and DGS in law enforcement, heard too many stories about drunk drivers. We are however, going out this afternoon for a lobster/steak dinner to celebrate our anniversary of 52 years. I'll pass on the baked potato and cheese toast and double up on the salad. I'll also swap my steak for DH's lobster and will try and pass on the butter. Tomorrow we will have our usual black eye peas and start the new year off right. Hope we all have many successes during 2011! Heidi58 12-31-2010, 05:25 PM Tall and Thin, congratulations! You're doing terrific. :D And an even bigger congratulations on your wedding anniversary! :congrat: Lisa, I'll bet your nails look great! I have a gift certificate that I'm anxious to use for mine, but I'm saving it for when we go away in late January. It's so warm here for December, I took a walk earlier and it was 45 degrees! It felt great to walk outside, but it sure was messy. It's supposed to be even warmer tomorrow but I've got mixed feelings about that. Our snow pack shrunk so much today, I'm afraid we'll be back to mud and dirty little piles at the edges of roads and driveways by this time tomorrow night. :( I know the warm weather won't last so when it's cold again I'd really like enough snow to snowshoe and/or ski! 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July 8 (Bloomberg) -- India's Supreme Court halted the opening of the final vault at a Hindu temple where treasures that may be worth at least $20 billion have been unearthed, seeking assurances on the security and preservation of the find.
Judges asked for suggestions from the trust controlled by the descendents of the royal family of Travancore that runs the 16th-century temple and the government of the southern state of Kerala, and said they will consider the case again on July 14.
Bags of diamonds, an 18-foot (5.5 meter) gold necklace, statues of Hindu gods and 19 kilograms (42 pounds) of precious coins are among the items found so far from cellars in the complex, according to the website of the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple. The chambers were opened after a local lawyer asked the state's High Court to take stock of what was in the temple amid accusations that it was being mismanaged.
A seven-member team of investigators had opened five of six vaults, some for the first time in a century, before the Supreme Court stepped in. Security has been boosted in and around temple following the discovery.
The Travancore royals ruled an area that is now part of southern Kerala state until after the country gained independence from British colonial administrators in 1947.
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"All the jewels and coins you see being recovered from the temple are offerings made by the king and relatives during festivals, visits and special occasions like birthdays," said G.S. Pradeep Kumar, chairman of the Sree Chitra International Foundation, a separate organization run by the royal family, in Kerala's capital, Thiruvananthapuram.
"The palace has no right to take back the wealth, not even a gold coin," he said.
K.K. Venugopal, the lawyer for the erstwhile king of Travancore, Marthanda Varma, told Justices R.V. Raveendran and A.K. Patnaik in the top court today that members of the royal family don't claim ownership of the property, which belongs to the temple's presiding deity, Padmanabhaswamy, another name for Lord Vishnu, one of Hinduism's major gods.
The Supreme Court July 6 ordered authorities to set up a museum to help preserve the treasures and suggested the appointment of a curator to assess their value. It also directed entire trove to be photographed and filmed.
Other items in the opened vaults include gold ropes and antique jewelry studded with diamonds and emeralds, according to the temple's website.
'Bad Omen'
The India Today magazine reported that the final room is believed to contain the temple's most precious items, citing people close to the royal family that it didn't name. Its door is the only one adorned with the image of a cobra, the magazine reported, and opening it might be a "bad omen" for those involved.
Earlier efforts to enter the final vault -- known as Chamber B -- failed as the lock jammed, "not because there is a serpent god or some other reason," Kumar said by phone. "As per the rules of the temple every lock has to be opened the way the chief priest decides."
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Need ideas for kid friendly round coffee table + living room ideas
aykuglerFebruary 6, 2013
We just moved into a new home and have a lot to do. We are looking for a coffee table that is stylish but functional to withstand some abuse as my son likes to sit on the one currently in the picture (this is part of our pool furniture being used for now during the winter until we find something). The current rug is just a place holder as we are waiting for the arrival of a slightly bigger and more neutral colored wool rug. You will also see that there is much to do in this room so all comments welcome.
An upholstered ottoman in a durable fabric might be the most kid friendly coffee table option...no sharp corners and multi-purpose seating. My only other suggestion would be a larger, closed console to place beneath your TV. Love your wainscoting by the way.
Thank you! I agree we would like to get something larger for under the TV. Would you suggest white wood or a darker wood or something more industrial looking? Thanks for your help.
I would suggest a more transitional piece to bridge your traditional moldings and wainscoting with your more contemporary leather sectional. I like the grayed down finish of this piece from Layla Grace.
donna obrien designs
My suggestion, would be to put something there that does not take up visual space i.e. glass, but that will not work in this case. Why not try a square ottomon with legs, sized to allow for proper access to the sectional. I would use a fun fabric and choose a neutral from the fabric for the walls. Sunbrella has some great outdoor fabric which are durable and can be easily used indoors. Add some coordinating pillows and 2 end tables with lamps. For the TV you could consider
either add an entertainment unit which would hold the TV, components, and could also add a lot of storage, or add a TV console below the wall mounted TV. I would also address the wall behind the sofa. Sorry...I carried away:)
either add an entertainment unit which would hold the TV, components, and could also add a lot of storage, or add a TV console below the wall mounted TV. I would also address the wall behind the sofa. Sorry...I carried away:)
Barbara B Ruffalo IDDP
I agree with michigammemom about the ottoman as an option for your coffee table preferably in leather or some sort of easy clean material . The TV console should be bigger and maybe with cabinets for storage. I would also paint the walls possibly two shades to show off that wonderful wainscoting. Pick a color such as Sherwin Williams sea salt on the walls in a satin finish and SW oyster bay in a semi - gloss on the wainscoting . It will be just a slight difference in the color and very neutral. I would also float the sofa a little more into the room (about18") away from the wall. Center it between the wall and the doors with your new area rug centered under it. Wall art ,such as paintings or family photos will work. If your doing family photos , please consider having them all re-done in Black and white. You can do this at your local CVS pharmacy or Michaels craft store . Don't forget your accents such as pillows , pottery and books ... Just to name a few . Have fun !
Thank you all so much - great advice. It sounds like an coffee table in perhaps a sunbrella fabric or leather may be best. Would you be so kind to provide advice on square vs round? When we purchased the sofa they suggested round so that idea was stuck in my head. Also would a leather ottoman against a leather sofa be too matchy - my husband would love leather due to the kid factor hence the leather sofa. Love the idea about painting the walls thank you Barbara and love the suggestions on the TV counsole from Michigammemom. I have a large black and white canvas photo already on one of the walls that wasn't in the picture - I was thinking about keeping it consistent with a few other large ones or would you suggest breaking it up a bit with some framed black and whites? Now I just need to figure out what colors to add in the pillows etc! Thank you all again so much - very helpful.
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I agree with above, leather ottoman, larger console for TV with storage..Nothing the color of the floor. This room is void of pattern and color, so a "more neutral" rug does not sound good. I would buy a more bold rug with pattern and great colors..Use colors from the rug for pillows on the sofa and also to choose paint color for above wainscoting. Needs an end table with lamp near door. Also, I would add a pair of chairs angled into the room on the sides of the TV console. If you do not have pattern in rug, then these 2 chairs need to be brightly colored patterned. Large art on the walls.
Barbara B Ruffalo IDDP
You said you are waiting for a larger neutral colored rug to come. I agree with Barbara Griffith, I really think the rug should be colorful and the chairs should be a print picking up the color or colors in the rug Maybe swivel chairs with a small table between them . This way the TV can be viewed from them and your grouping will be complete .The pillows should be prints and solids ,again, picking up the colors in the rug and chairs . As for the shape of the ottoman, square or round will work. Don't forget the end tables (not too large ) square or rectangular in shape.
I'm not a designer but you have a lot of leather just with the sectional.I would opt for a fabric ottoman with a colorful print. Find one that will incorparate colors from your rug. Use some of the colors from the ottoman and get some throw pillows for the sectional.My 2 cents. Have fun.
Thanks everyone - the rug is a neutral back ground but does have some color in it like blues/greys. As for the rug should the placement be just under the front legs? or should it cover to the back of the legs as well. I am thinking that I may have purchased too large of a rug and it might extend into the walkway of the french doors if I place 2 inches off the opposit wall - thank you for recommendations.
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I agree with pitbulls regarding the leather. I think it will look too heavy. If the carpet is neutral in pattern, why not do the chairs and ottoman in a pattern and add color that way. I like the idea of the chairs and pulling the sofa out from the wall, as long as it does not interfere with traffic flow. I would stick to a square ottoman. The carpet can be at least 12" under the furniture, or all legs on...Great ideas everyone!
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Looks like a pretty fabulous house! I would centre the new area rug in the middle of the room and place your sectional on it as well (part of all of it could sit on the rug, depending on its size). I find it looks strange pushed up agains the corner like that - especially with the counter from the kitchen so close. Artwork on the wall between the window and French doors. I don't mind a neutral rug with your furniture. Maybe you could relocate the console under the TV to another wall or behind one side of the sectional too. Re accents, depends what look you are going for. Good luck from Montreal!
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Use the hammered metal one in this photo. it opens for toy storage as well. Available at World Market
I have a 3 yrs old and a 5 yr old, and I chose a custom upholstered storage ottoman from crate and barrel, and love it. Buy it when they do their custom upholstery sale and it will come in very reasonable! It swallows up toys and lets the kids play around it without hurting themselves (and yes, they play in it occassionally, but it opens marvelously easily so no worries about trapping kids. Really well made.


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- Posted by dweber1935 (My Page) on Mon, Aug 26, 02 at 22:38
Spring Grove Pop for both in glass bottles |
I like Dad's root beer and Welch's grape soda. |
- Posted by Geezerfolks (My Page) on Sun, Sep 22, 02 at 21:41
A&W is my vote for the best root beer. |
Stewart's root beer and Nehi grape......but I think that Nehi is long gone. So I buy Welch's. |
- Posted by nanieflower (My Page) on Sun, Nov 17, 02 at 9:16
Stewarts root beer and grape soda both rule. ALso stewarts orange cream is just like a dreamsicle. |
I like Crush Grape. |
- Posted by tanner2135 (My Page) on Mon, Jan 6, 03 at 2:08
Henry Weinhart's(sp) for root beer (they're beer and hard cider brewers) and can usually be found in Costco. They come in glass bottles. A&W is a close second, then Barq's. Crush for the grap. =) |
- Posted by Cinderella (My Page) on Tue, Jun 10, 03 at 18:04
I don't drink either but DGK's only like IBC Root Beer |
- Posted by Des_Arc_Ya_Ya (My Page) on Sun, Jul 6, 03 at 17:15
A&W rootbeer and NuGrape was the best grape soda. Haven't seen it in YEARS! |
#1 is IBC RootBeer in a bottle, Barq's a good second (can or fountain). A Root Beer float made with IBC Rootbeer and french vanilla ice cream is THE BEST!!! :-) |
- Posted by chinacat_sunflower (My Page) on Mon, Oct 6, 03 at 12:04
not normally a root beer fan- so stewarts is fine with me... Frank's (if you can find it, it's a philly brand) does the best grape AND black cherry sodas ever. now- birch beer? Kutztown Bottling Works does both a red AND a white birch beer that qualifies as a micro-brew. Pennsylvania Dutch makes a pretty decent bb as well. |
I used to like Snapple's root beer. Do they even make soda anymore? I really liked their orange also. |
Dr. Brown's...hands down. |
A & W Root Beer is the Best! |
- Posted by Tropical_Muse (My Page) on Sun, Jun 26, 05 at 1:32
A&W is the BEST!!! |
I like Stewart's root beer the best - very authentic - it tastes the way A&W used to taste. For grape, I think nothing beats Crush, but it's impossible to find. Stewart's grape soda is also terrific, but you'll rarely find it except at specialty beverage markets. I don't like Welch's...too much carbonation and not "grapey" enough. |
- Posted by pellicanss (My Page) on Thu, Jul 7, 05 at 12:53
I personally don't like grape soda. On the root beer, I've got to go with Sprechers. |
Barq's in the original glass bottles was my favorite. I'm a little biased, though, because I grew up in Biloxi, Mississippi with the Barq's family. It's the home of Barq's RootBeer and the Barq's family still lives there. I think Katrina probably destroyed the Barqs building. I forgot to look when I was home. It doesn't taste quite the same since they sold it to the Coca-Cola Company, but it's still my favorite. My two boys (age 9 & 10) prefer A&W because it makes the loudest burps! |
Dlynn, we only drink diet Barq's now; it's the best. For a root beer float treat I'll buy a 6-pack of Abita. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Abita Root Beer
Does A & W still serve the root beer in those iced mugs? Best root beer ever! |
I like Stewart's root beer and grape Crush. You can buy both from goodsoda.com. (Goodsoda also has strawberry and orange Crush.) You can also get several unique root beer brands from popsoda.com. |
So you registered TODAY and rececitated this old thread to tell us where to shop instead of the grocery store in our neighborhood? You wouldn't by any chance OWN goodsoda.com would you? |
- Posted by eyebrowqueen23 (My Page) on Mon, Feb 11, 08 at 23:16
IBC and Barq's is the best! A&W has too much vanilla in it...but I do like their floats at their restaurants. I don't like grape soda so I can't help you there. |
The A&W eat in restaurants still have the frosted glass. Me too for a&W. |
i vote A&W for the root beer and Welch's for the grape |
check out the Pop the soda shop or Galco's soda pop stop on line for some blasts from the past. but i'd go with sprecher's root beer too. diggerb |
- Posted by yardfulofbirds (My Page) on Sat, Aug 2, 08 at 22:24
I live in the Northeast, and Stop & Shop is one of the bigger chains in the region. They're line of second tier sodas (root beer, cherry cola, grape, orange, birch beer) have the more flavor than some of the bigger names (Welch, A&W, Sunkist, etc.) |
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Hi all! I just read someone picking up a ton of Lutron face/switch (plates online because they were on sale) recently. There's a little-known company named Mulberry that makes a "wrinkled" face plate. In a slim line, wider variety, a jumbo type and a few more. They make them in every configuration you can imagine. I swear. Anyway, I choose the wrinkled unfinished variety because (are you ready?) No joke. You don't even have to prime because of the "wrinkled" finish. No chipping, no rubbing off, just the color you want them to be. I mention this particularly for the ABB folks out there. But I'm using them for every.thing. I have multiple switches and outlets, because I didn't want a bunch of separate switch plates all over the place. Since I consolidated, my requirements were such that I needed a 4-switch, a 2-switch & single gang. A decora and regular plate, etc. HD and Lowe's carry them, but only to a limited variety. In the past, I could order them from Mulberry, but I also found the H4H in Glen Burnie (MD) had a TON of different configurations donated. Unusual configurations like I needed. Nothing wrong with Lutrons at all, and their color selection is great. But what if you wanted to exactly match, rather than feature a switch plate? I know they're not going to be the focus of my kitchen! :) |
Here is a link that might be useful: Mulberry switch plate guide
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I thought one of the best parts of a faceplate was that it was not painted - that it's much easier to clean a smooth plastic surface than something with paint? |
Wish I'd known this before purchasing the Lutron plates that almost kind of match. Will try these when we get around to doing the bathrooms. |
- Posted by mlweaving_Marji (My Page) on Mon, Jun 9, 14 at 15:22
Thank you for posting the source! These are what I've always used in my renovation projects. I've been talking about wanting the paintable switch plate covers and dh has been looking at me sideways- he's never heard of them. Since I've been unable to find them he was sure I was making them up. |
Here's what a talented painter did for a friend of mine... |
This post was edited by ctycdm on Mon, Jun 9, 14 at 16:57
ctycdm, that is the ultimate in a painted switch plate! Love it! :) I am not one who wants a switch plate to be a focal point. I've seen Pinterest pictures where people put molding or trim around them, and all kinds of things. To me, they're utilitarian and should fade into the background. That's why I've always wanted and used paintable plates. Then you never notice they're there, unless they're fingerprinted, which will wipe off! mlweaving, you're welcome! |
- Posted by firsthouse_mp (My Page) on Tue, Jun 10, 14 at 0:58
Another option, thought not cheap and definitely not quite the same as the ones you mention, is the Forbes and Lomax switchplates. Have those coming in for my common areas and the backplates of the acrylic option are totally paintable. I like the push button feature. |
Legrand Adorne has a line of contemporary switch plates that are designed to be what you want them to be. You can paint em, attach anything adhesive, etc. Check out the one gang version, complete with video, here: http://www.legrand.us/adorne/select/wall-plates/awm1g2m4.aspx |
There is a company called InvisiPlate that makes paintable wall / outlet / switch plates. They offer them in either smooth or textures like hand-troweled, orange peel or knock-down, so they can blend in with the color AND the texture of your wall. I know you can get them in some paint stores, but you can also order them on their website, which is www.invisiplate.com (a link to the website is below). I took a screenshot from their website that shows how some different people have painted them so the plate blends in with whatever their wall is. The InvisiPlates come already primed, so you can just paint them. I've used these myself and they're very easy to paint. Even the screws that come with them are pre-primed so you can easily paint them to match. They come in a bunch of different shapes/sizes including for different numbers of outlets, rocker/gfi switches, and light switches. Also, they're not much more expensive than regular plastic plates, which is nice, too! Hope that helps! : ) |
Here is a link that might be useful: InvisiPlate.com
Aren't those great! Now this is information I can't believe we haven't shared. How incomplete we were as human beings! How unpolished our kitchens have been without the perfect 'plate. OMG. LOL. In the scope of life, this is such a tiny thing, but it's fun to find something in a detail that just tops niceness off. I like the invisiplates, too! |
I've primed cheap plastic switch plates with spray primer and then painted them. The paint does not hold up as well to dirt as the plastic surface but the paint has never peeled. Not sure why paintable is needed? |
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$250 million of committed equity capital immediately available to support growth strategy
PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis., March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Tom Daulton, the former Cardinal Health executive recently tapped to head Devicor Medical Products, LLC, announced today that Devicor is actively seeking its first acquisition as it begins building a market-leading medical device company in the highly attractive healthcare industry.
"With our strong, available capital we are actively pursuing a strategic acquisition to serve as Devicor's platform," says Daulton.
Devicor was created in partnership with GTCR Golder Rauner, LLC (GTCR), one of the nation's leading private equity firms, which initially committed $250 million of equity capital to support Devicor's growth strategy. Daulton anticipates growing Devicor into an industry-leading medical device company through a combination of capital investment, ongoing R&D investment, organic growth, and acquisitions.
Devicor is currently looking to acquire established interventional medical device businesses that manufacture and sell products to clinicians in settings such as hospitals, surgery centers, or ambulatory clinics. Initial acquisitions are expected to provide infrastructure and personnel in key areas such as manufacturing, R&D, engineering, sales & marketing, finance, and human resources.
Daulton's career spans two decades in senior health care management roles at Baxter Healthcare, Allegiance Healthcare and Cardinal Health in both domestic and international positions. Most recently, Daulton served as General Manager of Cardinal's Interventional Specialties and Med Systems divisions, both fast-growing businesses, where he dramatically expanded revenue through a combination of organic growth, licensing and acquisitions.
"First and foremost, Devicor is a medical device company," says Daulton. "The financial si
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My fun intro: Just another Phish fan, tragically transplanted from Vermont to the West Coast. Not so tragic actually, we just need some more West Coast dates.
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The band/artist I have seen the most live has been Phish for over 17 years.
3 of my other top bands/artists I have seen the most live are MMW, The Slip, ALO
On my night off you could probably find me at a show
One of my favorite shows was 7/31/13
My favorite venue is Mothafuckin Red Rocks
My astrological sign is Aquarius and that gives me the right to ...well it is the dawning of my age...
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Greg Thomey
Greg Thomey was born May 8, 1961 in St. John's, Newfoundland.
Hailing from Newfoundland, Greg has been a part of the comedy scene there for years as a writer and performer with the comedy troupe CODCO and in his own right as an actor and playwright. His comic achievements have been honoured with numerous Gemini Awards.
He played the role of Brother Glackin in the film The Boys of St. Vincent. His original stage play Hanlon House, which was first produced by the Resource Centre for the Arts in St. John's, went on to be produced as a short film, winning the Best Short Film award at the Atlantic Film Festival in 1992. Hanlon House was aired on CBC-TV's Arts program later that year.
In 1992, he began to work with Cathy Jones, former co-stars Rick Mercer and Mary Walsh to create a new television series, which became This Hour Has 22 Minutes. Thomey played anchorperson Frank MacMillan and created many memorable characters such as Jerry Boyle (a Newfoundland separatist) and Eddie from "That Show Sucked". He left the show in 2005.
In addition to his work on 22 Minutes, in 1996 Thomey also starred in a six-part series called Daily Tips for Modern Living that aired on CBC TV.
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Pangea Home Cosmo Magazine Tray
Modern and trendy magazine rack.
Pangea Home Cosmo Magazine Tray
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Product Type: Magazine rack | Distressed: No |
Material: Plastic
| Freestanding: Yes |
Wall Mounted: No | Number of Compartments: 1 |
Divider: No | Style: Modern |
Cabinet Included: No | Drawers Included: No |
Pockets Included: No | Foldable: No |
Towel Holder: No | Handle Included: Yes |
Number of Handles: 2 | Magazine Cover Visibility: Yes |
Commercial Use: Yes | Country of Manufacture: Imported |
Assembly Required: Yes | Tools Needed: None |
Additional Parts Required: No |
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Pangea Home is an importer and distributor of modern and contemporary furniture. They sell to retailers all over the US, Mexico, Canada, and South America. Their business started when the owner, wanted to furnish his downtown loft in Los Angeles with affordable modern furniture. What he discovered was overpriced and poor quality pieces that were neither affordable nor modern. With over 40 years of family experience in the furniture industry, he created Pangea Home in 2002. Pangea Home's mission is to provide retailers and members of the trade with a wide variety of tasteful, modern, and affordable pieces. Whether you are looking for a cool modern sectional or sofa, a unique but functional entertainment center, or an attractive conversational piece, for your store, client, or an event, Pangea Home has it.Reference
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Graphic Novel Illustrators, Concept Artists, Writers and General Sci-Fi Nerds Wanted!
- Uprising -
Revolution isn't pretty
What it is:
Uprising is an original Science Fiction universe, and can generally refer to any story set therein. It's also the name of the project to create said universe. Uprising is intended to be an immersive, exciting universe for people to explore, both by reading and watching, and by creating their own stories. The core project will produce a graphic novel intended to generate interest for the idea, and eventually compile a detailed Wiki containing the mythology, technology and institutions/individuals of the universe, to allow fans to create their own content. The ultimate goal (for now) of the Uprising Project is to create a pitch for a TV show centered around the creation of one of the major factions in the universe. For now, however, the focus will be on the novel. Should that be successful, the Project will use Kickstarter funding generated from interest in the novel and universe to hire additional members to create content, fund the Project, and generally move towards pitching and produce the TV show. Uprising is intended to be a detailed, immersive universe with a wide mythology and a focus on thought-provoking, epic storytelling, breakneck Sci-Fi action, and dynamic, well-developed characters.
While not strictly Hard Sci-Fi, Uprising is committed to sticking as close to the bounds of reality as possible, while still providing an entertaining experience. Some "impossible" technologies, such as faster than light travel, will be incorporated, as necessary for storytelling, and some technologies will be stretched, such as hyper-efficient batteries or fuel cells. The goal is to produce a universe that, while it may be highly improbable at times (from a hard science perspective), is believable (or at least, able to provoke willing suspension of disbelief), and not ridiculous. Alien species will be treated similarly; while their evolution may seem improbable at times, it will always be biologically possible, and logical in the context of their homeworld. In essence, the aim is to keep breaks from reality (or probability) minimal, and acceptable as necessary from a storytelling point of view. Additionally, significant effort will be made to construct the universe and story so as to explain and justify as many of the necessary tropes as possible, such as predominant use of the English language, or the majority of alien species being bipedal and vaguely humanoid.
An important facet of the Project will be the emphasis on providing as much information about the universe as possible, laying the groundwork for people to expand on it, and willingness to work with any fan community which may develop, providing a pathway for uniquely good fan works to become canon. Uprising is designed to be a constantly expanding and developing universe, based on collaboration and cooperation. It will, to a degree, be open source: the Project will provide the means for people to expand on original Project content, but will ultimately retain the ability to decide what is and is not canon. The Project will choose their membership, and be open to new members who show significant interest in Uprising, and ability to contribute to it. In effect, the Project core membership will serve as the admins and moderators of the Uprising universe.
The Story:
Uprising's main storyline takes place several centuries in the future, in a universe where Humanity has become ascendant, conquering most of the Galaxy thanks to advanced technology and limitless avarice. Following the development of practical interstellar travel based on a modified Alcubbierre Drive, a Second Space Race began. The ancient Earth nations of Russia, China and America, as well as the European Union, rushed to the stars in an attempt to claim as much territory as possible. Unfortunately, they overextended themselves, and by the end of Humanity's first century of interstellar exploration, private corporations established to exploit the resources of the Galaxy had become more powerful than the governments that spawned them. Exactly when remains unclear, but eventually private interests decided that governments were no longer necessary, and sparked a series of events leading to the first interstellar war. Who fired the first shot is unknown, but by the end of the conflict, a corporate alliance known as the Amalgamated Systems Protectorate emerged victorious.
Without any governments to limit them, and no other group powerful enough to rival them, the ten corporations of the Protectorate proceeded to bring all of the known Galaxy under their control, wiping out governments and rivals alike. Corporate entities who agreed to abide by the Protectorate Protocol were spared, but any attempt at the creation of government or rule of law was crushed without exception. Centuries passed, and technology and science stagnated, as companies discovered that it was easier to screw over customers and remarket the same thing over and over than to develop new technologies. Intellectualism crumbled and disappeared, as the Protectorate ruthlessly eradicated anyone who resisted or objected to their total domination over the Galactic market. Culture collapsed into an empty, viral mass of celebrity worship and brand domination. Music and Art became an endless series of stale rehashing of old ideas. In short, Humanity was stuck in an endless loop of dead culture, empty wealth and mindless commercialism.
In an effort to distract the population by providing them with cheap products and a false enemy to focus on, Xenosapients were demonized and persecuted, turned against each other and reduced to violence and poverty, stuck in their own cycle that left them angry and powerless, easy to exploit and blinded to the reality of their situation. In a society with no real laws, where no one has rights, economic power or physical force was a person's only defense. And if the unwritten rules of that society prevented you from acquiring wealth and economic influence, you had neither voice, nor defense.
Society, both Human and Xeno, has locked itself into a path of constant violence and infighting. Minor corporations battle for domination of markets, Xeno gang wars tear apart the slums and backcountries of every civilized world, and the Protectorate is constantly engaged in putting down rioting Xenos or rival corporations. Hardly a unified entity, the Protectorate itself is continuously infighting, with various factions and interests vying for control and influence. And there are hordes of companies eager to profit from this constant fighting. Defense contractors and Private Military Corporations are among the most powerful entities in civilized space, fueling and feeding off the chaos and violence around them. Conflict between Defense industry giants is endemic, with military-industrial alliances rising and falling in the face of the dog-eat-dog world of market share competition. Throughout it all, the Big Ten, the founding members of the Protectorate, maintain some degree of control, restricting the scale of conflict and ensuring that they will always dominate a plurality of the Galactic market. Worlds within the Protectorate's core sphere of influence are the most stable, and the safest, though that is not to say that they are immune to urban violence and crime.
Our Graphic Novel, and eventual show, is set on one of these worlds, a planet named Kovat near the edge of the Inner Ring. Originally settled by the Russians, Kovat is one of the largest producers of military hardware and software in the Galaxy, a forgeworld whose massive factories and sprawling industrial parks pour out a nearly unlimited supply of killing power to feed the Galaxy's insatiable appetite for conflict. Kovat is also home to the largest Xenosapient population in the Inner Ring, a necessity to support the level of industrial output the planet prides itself on. Wealthy Human industrialists and corporate staff populate the inner cities, while Xenosapient laborers and disenfranchised Humans are trapped in the massive slums that surround the world's industrial heartlands. The story of Uprising is the story of subversives, people who seek to disrupt this system, this cycle, for whatever purpose. As the main storyline opens, the Galaxy is posed on the edge, within inches of a massive series of revolutions and wars on a scale as yet unheard of. All it will take is a few sparks to send the Galaxy into an inferno of revolution. This is the story of those sparks, and the people who seek to put them out.
What I'm Looking for:
Creative, intelligent and dedicated people willing to form the core of the Uprising Project. Specifically, skilled artists to draw the initial graphic novel, creative writers to craft its story arch, and concept artists, science buffs and general nerds to dream up the technology, vehicles, weapons and species to populate it with. People with skill in programing and web development are also welcome, to create the forum that will serve as the hub of the project, and the wiki that will allow its expansion.
Just as the Uprising Universe is continuously expanding, so is the Uprising Project. All that is required to join is the ability to contribute to the project, and the willingness and dedication to stick to it. I admit, it is ambitious, and I can't guarantee any profit or glory, but if you never take that one step forward, you'll never get anywhere. What I can say, is that everyone who contributes to the Project will receive credit for it, and a chance to embark on whatever journey it takes us on.
If you're at all interested in participating in the Uprising Project, please send me a note, or email me at email@example.com!


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The mission of the Faribault County SWCDis to assist the citizens of Faribault County in improving water quality and reducing soil erosion, establishing wildlife habitat, and promoting information and education to ensure continued clean water for future generations and continued productivity of our soil and water.
2014 RAIN GAUGE COOPERATOR REPORT Updated 11/4/14
FARIBAULT COUNTY & CITIES ROAD MAP Updated 11/4/14
REDETERMINATION OF BENEFITS BROCHURE What do I need to know?, Key Definitions, Systematic ROB, Why?, How?, Procedure, Buffer Strips, Inspections & Maintenance
FARIBAULT COUNTY GIS VIEWER - Online interactive GIS map Updated 10/14 A new feature of the GIS Viewer is a Zoning Permit Report, which includes copies of Certificates of Compliance and SSTS pumping reports.
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